“There ought to be a law requiring buyers to read this outstanding book.”

— BOB BRUSS, Syndicated Real Estate Columnist

“Buying your first house can feel overwhelming. Not only is it likely to be your first really big investment, it requires understanding a litany of complex issues from appraisals and credit reports to loan-to-value ratios and mortgage insurance. In her easy-to-read, ‘let-me-tell-you-girlfriend’ style, Ilyce leads readers through all the things you need to know.”